North Buncombe Middle vs Rochelle Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in North Carolina, United States, 455 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Buncombe Middle
Weaverville · Public middle · Grades 7–8
516 students
Rochelle Middle
Kinston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
517 students
| Measure | North Buncombe Middle Weaverville, North Carolina | Rochelle Middle Kinston, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 6 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #114 of 469 | #468 of 469 |
| National rank | #7818 of 15,369 | #15287 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 516 | 517 |
| Enrollment | 516 | 517 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.8% | 96.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 20.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 18% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 10% |
| city | Weaverville | Kinston |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Buncombe Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.2 vs 6.4).
- •North Buncombe Middle does better on math proficiency (54% vs 10%).
- •North Buncombe Middle does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 18%).
- •Rochelle Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.9% vs 98.8%).
- •North Buncombe Middle does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 20.7).
- •Rochelle Middle is the larger school with 517 students compared with 516.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is North Buncombe Middle better than Rochelle Middle?
On the Success Index (US), North Buncombe Middle ranks higher (49.2 vs 6.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are North Buncombe Middle and Rochelle Middle?
About 455 km in a straight line, between Weaverville and Kinston in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Buncombe Middle: 516. Rochelle Middle: 517. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Buncombe Middle and Rochelle Middle rank in North Carolina?
North Buncombe Middle is 114th of 469 and Rochelle Middle is 468th of 469 among middle schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).